Why Santa Monica Proper Hotel
Santa Monica Proper Hotel is a Kelly Wearstler–designed luxury hotel that reimagines coastal hospitality on Los Angeles’ Westside. Housed in a restored 1928 Spanish Colonial Revival landmark with a striking contemporary expansion, the hotel offers 263 rooms and suites layered with texture, sculptural detail, and wellness-focused amenities, all just a short walk from Santa Monica Beach.
Guests can relax at the city’s only rooftop pool, with panoramic views stretching from the ocean to the mountains, or savor Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and cocktails at Calabra, Santa Monica’s rooftop restaurant and bar. All-day dining, smoothies, and cocktails at Palma create a vibrant lobby gathering space that complements the coastal lifestyle.
Wellness is central to the Proper experience. Surya Spa brings authentic Ayurvedic treatments and Panchakarma to the coast, while a dedicated Recovery Suite offers cold plunge tubs, dry sauna, red-light therapy, and the Ammortal Chamber. The 3,000-sq-ft fitness center is equipped with Peloton, Pilates reformers, and state-of-the-art performance equipment, enhanced by daily yoga, HIIT, and mindful-movement classes.
Beyond design and wellness, Santa Monica Proper connects guests to the cultural energy of Los Angeles through curated programming, live music, and community gatherings. With more than 24,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space — from a ballroom to a rooftop deck — the hotel is equally suited for celebrations, meetings, and creative events.
Here, coastal luxury is redefined: design-driven, wellness-forward, and deeply connected to the vibrant spirit of Los Angeles.